Apgar Group Sites
Glacier National Park — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: West Glacier, MT, MT
Price: From $45 per night
Price range: $45–$90 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (24 reviews)
Season: May through October
Apgar Campground is situated on the southern tip of Lake McDonald in beautiful Glacier National Park in northwestern Montana. Pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains and spectacular lakes are found throughout the park. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a paradise for hikers seeking wilderness and solitude.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing
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Apgar Group Sites sits on the southern tip of Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park with direct access to over 700 miles of trails, making it ideal for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking wilderness. The location offers pristine forests, alpine meadows, and spectacular lake views.
Wildlife alert: American Pika observed in the area—these small alpine mammals indicate high-elevation habitat nearby. Also expect Common Merganser and other waterfowl on Lake McDonald, plus typical forest birds like Swainson's Thrush and Warbling Vireo.
Insider tips for Apgar Group Sites: All sites require reservations at this federal campground—book early as noted in known issues Only 5 group sites available, so coordinate group camping well in advance RVs must be self-contained; there are no hookups at most sites Located just 1 mile from the west entrance, making it a convenient base for exploring Glacier National Park's visitor center and day-use areas
Skip Apgar Group Sites if: You need RV hookups—this campground has none and is only suitable for self-contained RVs. You're planning a spontaneous visit—seasonal operations (May-October only) and required reservations mean last-minute camping is not possible.
Best time to visit Apgar Group Sites: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Fish Creek Campground (West Glacier, MT), Apgar Campground (West Glacier, MT), Sprague Creek Campground (West Glacier, MT), Big Creek Campground (Flathead National Forest, Mt) (Columbia Falls, MT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Apgar Group Sites
Cell signal at Apgar Group Sites (West Glacier, MT): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage · Verizon 5G: 100%
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Apgar Campground is situated on the southern tip of Lake McDonald in beautiful Glacier National Park in northwestern Montana. Pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains and spectacular lakes are found throughout the park. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a paradise for hikers seeking wilderness and solitude.
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CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryAll sites require reservations at this federal campground
book early as noted in known issues
Only 5 group sites available, so coordinate group camping well in advance
RVs must be self-contained; there are no hookups at most sites
Located just 1 mile from the west entrance, making it a convenient base for exploring Glacier National Park's visitor center and day-use areas
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
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Getting there →
Apgar group sites are located 1 mile (.3 km) northeast of the west entrance near West Glacier, Montana. Access is from U.S. Highway 2, approximately 32 miles (10km) northeast of Kalispell, Montana.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Glacier National Park fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Glacier National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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